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Press Trust of India

Press Trust of India (PTI) is India's premier news agency, with a reach that covers every corner of India. It employs more than 600 journalists and 800 stringers to cover almost every city and town in India. PTI was registered in 1947 and started operations in 1949.

Press Trust of India (PTI) is India's premier news agency, with a reach that covers every corner of India. It employs more than 600 journalists and 800 stringers to cover almost every city and town in India. PTI was registered in 1947 and started operations in 1949.

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10th IIMCAA awards: Soumya Pillai bags Journalist of the Year award

The announcement came at the Association's 14th annual Connections Meet in Delhi, with the awards honouring achievements across journalism, advertising, public relations and public service

10th IIMCAA awards: Soumya Pillai bags Journalist of the Year award
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 10:27 PM IST

PM Modi speaks to Saudi Crown Prince and Bahrain King, condemns attacks

The prime minister had earlier spoken to his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu and the President of the UAE, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

PM Modi speaks to Saudi Crown Prince and Bahrain King, condemns attacks
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 8:16 PM IST

'Mamata should be ashamed,' Shivraj slams Bengal govt over law and order

The BJP leader also accused the TMC of preparing fake Aadhaar and voter cards for infiltrators and attempting to change the region's demography

'Mamata should be ashamed,' Shivraj slams Bengal govt over law and order
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 8:16 PM IST

'Misreading of facts': CBI on order discharging Kejriwal in excise case

The special court had on Friday discharged Kejriwal, Sisodia and 21 others in the liquor-policy case by refusing to take cognisance of the CBI chargesheet against them

'Misreading of facts': CBI on order discharging Kejriwal in excise case
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 7:56 PM IST

Delhi govt to roll out 'Pink Saheli' cards from 50 centres on Tuesday

Each pink card will be linked to the beneficiary's mobile number and Aadhaar to verify age, gender and Delhi residency, the statement said

Delhi govt to roll out 'Pink Saheli' cards from 50 centres on Tuesday
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 7:55 PM IST

China refutes reports of selling CM-302 supersonic missiles to Iran

If delivered, the missiles would be among the most advanced military hardware to be transferred to Iran by China in recent years, according to media reports

China refutes reports of selling CM-302 supersonic missiles to Iran
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 7:06 PM IST

Toxic gas leaks from Palghar chemical unit; 458 persons evacuated

Other officials said the emergency team has managed to pinpoint the site of the leak and are at present trying to plug it

Toxic gas leaks from Palghar chemical unit; 458 persons evacuated
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 6:58 PM IST

West Asia crisis: Apparel exporters urge govt to waive cargo penalties

However, AEPC argued that the present circumstances constitute an exceptional and unavoidable disruption in the global air logistics chain

West Asia crisis: Apparel exporters urge govt to waive cargo penalties
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 5:06 PM IST

Govt reviews West Asia crisis impact on trade, ensures full facilitation

The meeting was called by the Department of Commerce

Govt reviews West Asia crisis impact on trade, ensures full facilitation
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 4:53 PM IST

NHAI-backed Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust's IPO to open on Mar 11

The initiative marks an important step in broadening public participation in the National Highway infrastructure growth story

NHAI-backed Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust's IPO to open on Mar 11
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 4:50 PM IST

Amit Shah vows to 'throw out infiltrators' if BJP wins in Bengal polls

Shah said the TMC had turned Bengal into a "swarg (heaven) for infiltrators" and alleged that the border state's security was compromised because the ruling dispensation allowed illegal immigration

Amit Shah vows to 'throw out infiltrators' if BJP wins in Bengal polls
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 4:32 PM IST

Air India Express MD Aloke Singh to step down after tenure ends on March 19

On March 20, 2023, Singh was appointed as the MD for a three-year period

Air India Express MD Aloke Singh to step down after tenure ends on March 19
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 4:15 PM IST

Nasscom asks IT firms to avoid travelling to West Asia, allow WFH

The current situation in the Middle East is marked by a sharp escalation in geopolitical tensions amid the escalating US-Iran conflict

Nasscom asks IT firms to avoid travelling to West Asia, allow WFH
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 4:07 PM IST

SC takes cognisance of trial court relying on AI-generated 'fake' verdicts

Supreme Court says reliance on AI-generated fake judgments amounts to misconduct, issues notice to Attorney General and Bar Council of India

SC takes cognisance of trial court relying on AI-generated 'fake' verdicts
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 4:01 PM IST

Exporters seek demurrage waiver as West Asia disruptions delay cargo

Airport demurrage charges are fees on cargo or baggage at an airport terminal being kept beyond the allowed free period

Exporters seek demurrage waiver as West Asia disruptions delay cargo
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 4:00 PM IST

VIL, Ericsson deepen partnership to boost postpaid and network services

These efforts will lead to enhancing indoor coverage, improving data capacity, and supporting VIL's ongoing efforts for expanding 5G and 4G connectivity

VIL, Ericsson deepen partnership to boost postpaid and network services
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 3:51 PM IST

Rajputana Stainless sets price band for ₹255 crore IPO opening March 9

The company's maiden public offering will open on March 9 and conclude on March 11, according to its statement

Rajputana Stainless sets price band for ₹255 crore IPO opening March 9
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 3:49 PM IST

Samson's hard work paid off, India deserve semifinal spot: Suryakumar

India beat the West Indies by five wickets to set up a semifinal date with England, to be played at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on March 5

Samson's hard work paid off, India deserve semifinal spot: Suryakumar
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 3:02 PM IST

Sebi boosts tech-driven measures to curb scams, safeguard retail investors

Sebi chief highlighted the importance of tools like SEBI Check-- developed to help users verify the legitimacy of entities soliciting investments --and encouraged wider dissemination

Sebi boosts tech-driven measures to curb scams, safeguard retail investors
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 2:54 PM IST

Delhi court grants bail to 9 IYC workers in AI summit protest case

Opposing the bail pleas, Delhi Police submitted that the Constitution grants the right to peaceful protest, but there are also certain conditions

Delhi court grants bail to 9 IYC workers in AI summit protest case
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 2:45 PM IST